Traveling the high way home : Ralph Stanley and the world of traditional bluegrass music / John Wright.
| Author/creator | Wright, John, 1941- |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Urbana : University of Illinois Press, ©1993. |
| Description | xiv, 273 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Music in American life Music in American life. ^A223005 |
| Contents | The first forty years -- J.E. Mainer -- Ruby Rakes Eubanks -- Benny Steele -- Ralph Stanley -- Joe Wilson -- George Shuffler -- Lester Woodie -- Melvin Goins -- Larry Sparks -- Curly Ray Cline -- Jack Cooke -- Ron Thomason -- Jack Lynch -- Dick Freeland -- Fay McGinnis -- Revis T. Hall -- Dale Braden -- Frank Neat -- Richard Underwood -- Junior Blankenship -- Charlie Sizemore. |
| Abstract | This portrait describes and evaluates Ralph Stanley's more than 40-year career with his Clinch Mountain Boys. The author also reveals how Stanley's life and music developed after the death of his brother, Carter. An appendix covers Stanley's prolific recording activity, including 45 albums over a 20-year period. |
| Local note | Little-289384--305130042503Q |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 259-265), discography (pages 247-258), and index. |
| LCCN | 92043830 |
| ISBN | 0252020243 (acid-free paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Closed Stacks - Ask at Circulation Desk | ML420.S8115 W74 1993 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |